Non Partisan Association

The Alberta Non-Partisan Association supports a comprehensive approach to environmental stewardship that balances conservation with economic sustainability, Indigenous partnership, and effective enforcement.

1. Province-Wide IPCA Designation

The ANPA supports designating the entirety of the Alberta Foothills as an Indigenous Protected and Conserved Area (IPCA).

Component	Description
Geographic Scope	Complete Alberta Foothills region from north to south
Governance Model	Indigenous-led conservation and stewardship
Conservation Goals	Watershed protection, wildlife corridors, ecosystem integrity
Economic Compatibility	Sustainable land use practices within IPCA framework

2. Expanded Wildlife Conservation Enforcement

The ANPA advocates for increasing the number of Wildlife Conservation Officers to ensure better oversight of natural resources across Alberta's vast wilderness areas.

• Increased officer presence in remote and underserved regions
• Enhanced patrol capacity for protected areas
• Improved response times for wildlife emergencies
• Better coverage during peak hunting and fishing seasons

3. Dedicated Conservation Funding

The ANPA supports increasing hunting and fishing fees, with all resulting revenue strictly dedicated to wildlife conservation efforts.

Principle	Application
User-Pay Model	Those who use wildlife resources contribute directly to their conservation
Revenue Dedication	100% of increased fees directed to conservation programs
Transparency	Public reporting on how conservation funds are spent
Accountability	Measurable conservation outcomes tied to funding

4. Mandatory Minimum Sentences for Poaching

The ANPA supports passing legislation that requires Court Judges to issue mandatory minimum sentences for poaching offenses.

• Establishes clear deterrent for wildlife crimes
• Ensures consistent sentencing across the province
• Protects vulnerable and at-risk species
• Reflects the serious nature of wildlife trafficking

5. Hydro-Electric Generation Expansion

The ANPA supports increasing hydro-electricity generation capacity throughout Alberta as a clean, renewable energy source.

Benefit	Impact
Clean Energy	Zero-emission electricity generation
Grid Stability	Reliable baseload and peaking power capacity
Water Management	Integrated flood control and irrigation benefits
Long-Term Value	Multi-decade infrastructure with low operating costs

6. Indigenous Wildlife Officer Empowerment

The ANPA supports the creation and empowerment of Indigenous Wildlife Officers to protect and steward the environment.

• Traditional Knowledge: Integration of Indigenous ecological knowledge into conservation practices
• Community Authority: Recognition of Indigenous jurisdiction over traditional territories
• Partnership Model: Collaboration between provincial and Indigenous enforcement
• Cultural Continuity: Connection between environmental stewardship and cultural preservation

Implementation Framework

These six initiatives form an integrated approach to environmental protection:

• IPCA designation provides the conservation framework
• Expanded enforcement ensures compliance and protection
• Dedicated funding sustains long-term conservation programs
• Mandatory sentencing deters wildlife crime
• Hydro expansion reduces environmental impact of energy generation
• Indigenous oversight ensures culturally appropriate stewardship